| Amazon.com Product Description The Creative GigaWorks T3 2.1 Multimedia Speaker System adds superior sound and style to any entertainment system, game console, or computer. The stereo speakers have a small footprint while delivering stunning clarity, with crisp highs and a full midrange. A compact subwoofer handles the low notes and utilizes SLAM technology for tight, responsive bass and maximum efficiency. The volume control center houses an integrated headphone jack and an auxiliary input for any MP3 player or audio device.  | 
| The T3 2.1 combines a small footprint with excellent audiophile quality.
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With advanced drivers, the satellite speakers deliver spectacular sound. View larger. | 
Enhance the sound quality of your game console, computer, stereo, and more. | Speakers Designed for Appearance and Performance
These speakers have more than just good looks; they were built to produce a rich sound with enough presence to fill any room. Each satellite speaker has an audiophile-quality driver surrounded by a stylish chrome trim ring. The subwoofer features three individual drivers and the type of deep bass you'd expect from a much larger unit. Stick it anywhere in the room to feel the explosions in your soundtracks or the drumbeats and bass riffs in your music. Control and Connections at Your Fingertips
Volume is controlled from a stand-alone pod, so you can choose where it goes for convenience and easy access. The pod also has an integrated auxiliary input--no more crawling around behind your equipment to find a place to plug in your MP3 player. The large, easy-grip dial lets you set the perfect volume level, and you can easily plug your headphones into the built-in jack for private listening. Power-Saving Technology
When you're not enjoying the GigaWorks T3, the system's power-save mode consumes far less energy than a standard speaker system. Each GigaWorks T3 satellite speaker measures 3.7 x 5.9 x 3 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 0.8 pounds. The subwoofer measures 9.3 x 8.4 x 11.3 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 13 pounds. What's in the Box
GigaWorks T3 speakers (left, right), SLAM subwoofer, volume control pad, stereo to dual RCA cable, Quick Start leaflet.
The stylish T3 2.1 system produces sound rich enough to fill a room and includes a headphone jack for private listening. |
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 Noticeable difference in the quality of the bass! |
| Review Date: February 9, 2010 |
| Reviewer: sciolist, TX, USA |
These speakers exceeded my expectations! My previous speaker system was a $100 5.1 Cyber Acoustics set, but the subwoofer in this T3 system is much better! I did a side-by-side comparison and the Creative speakers were definitely better.
I was about to purchase the Bose companion 2.1 system, but these were cheaper and newer.
The release date on the Bose was September 24, 2006
The release date on the Creative was February 9, 2009
So I went ahead and bought the Creative speakers because I figured the technology was newer.
I have a pair of Bose on-ear headphones and they are amazing, so I respect the Bose brand. However, I know Bose products are rarely on sale and there is a considerable mark up on their products. So I thought I'd get a better value with the Creative speakers.
The cool thing about the subwoofer is that it has a three driver configuration so the subwoofer looks like it's three sided. They call it SLAM technology, but that's just silly marketing stuff...
The satellite speakers look great and have a very small footprint.
Creative markets this as having audiophile grade drivers. I'm not an expert, but they sound noticeably better than $100 sets.
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Wonderful sound for such a small package
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| Review Date: February 15, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Greg Olson, |
I recently purchased a new computer, and decided it was time to look for some new speakers. My old Harmon Kardon speakers were OK, but there was a couple of things I didn't like about them. First, the power switch was on the subwoofer (under the desk), and I wanted an easier way to power them on/off. I also didn't particularly care for the sound sound produced based on the speaker footprint; they were big, but they didn't sound big.
I went to one of the local computer stores, and spent some time listening to quite a variety of 2.1 speaker sets (don't have the space or interest for the 5+ speaker sets). The creative labs gigaworks speakers really impressed me. The footprint for both the subwoofer and stereo pair was fairly small, but the sound produced was extremely full. I'm amazed at how far the speaker technology has come since I last looked at computer speakers. Here's my subjective list of pros/cons:
Pros:
* Sound/clarity. I'm not sure how to quantify this, but they do sound wonderful. I would urge anyone considering spending this much money on speakers to actually hear them before buying, as what I think sounds great may not be to your taste. But for me these really satisfy my sound palette.
* Footprint: I don't have a ton of space to work with, and these were fairly compact.
* The volume control. There is a rotary dial volume control that is very easy to use/intuitive. I love digital, but I confess I like the old "analog style" rotary volume control. Place this near your "mouse hand", and it's easy to adjust volume very quickly for any inbound phone calls, etc. And if you turn the volume all the way down, the amp will cut off altogether.
* Headphone/auxiliary jack. This is placed on the rotary dial I mentioned above. Very easy to plug in a set of headphones or other input source as needed.
Cons:
* Price. It's a lot to spend on a computer speakers, at least for me. But I don't regret it.
* For some reason, I didn't receive a power cord in the box. No big deal, the unit accepts a standard "figure 8" power cord, but the cord really should be there.
* The midrange may be a little soft. Again, this is subjective.
In summary, I urge you to give these a listen if you are in the market for a 2.1 speaker set in this price range. I don't think you will be disappointed.
Thanks for reading. |
Skeptical at first...
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| Review Date: December 5, 2009 |
| Reviewer: R. Baird, USA |
For two big ones, I wasn't sure if my $25 alienware 2.1 setup needed an upgrade. The audio quality is obviously a lot better. Also, the feature to connect a line in allows me to hook up my TV as well. Both the TV and PC come through at the same time, but it works perfectly as I can quickly send sound through my laptop if not listening to music or could simply disconnect the TV from the volume roller.
All of this was compared to a $75 5.1 setup that would have only gotten in the way and had several reviewers complain of speaker failure.
The only gripe I have is longer better cables could have been used for the Y jack, line in, and power as you never know when these are going to be stretched or stomped on - of course the cheapest thing to upgrade is also the first thing to be neglected.
Thank you Amazon for quick shipment :) |
Even Better than Klipsch
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| Review Date: May 28, 2010 |
| Reviewer: M. Keene, Tampa, FL United States |
| I bought the GigaWorks T3 setup to replace an aging Klipsch ProMedia speaker system for my computer. The Klipsch's are good speakers with great bass, but they are quite large and heavy. Too big for the apartment I now live in. The small size of the T3's satellites, and compact subwoofer, make it perfect for folks that want big sound in a small package. Sound quality is very good, bordering on exceptional, whether listening to jazz or heavy metal. Bass is very powerful from the subwoofer--quite a feat for such a small unit. Mid-range is about as good as you can get from tiny satellite speakers, not quite as clear as a pair of high-dollar headphones, but the best you're gonna find in a 2.1 setup for a computer. Build-quality seems good with decent cables and solid speaker construction, and the packaging keeps it in one piece. The volume control is a handy puck-shaped object that you can keep near your mousepad for quick access. Only change I would make to this product would be to put a mute switch on the volume control. Overall, I highly recommend the T3's for music-lovers who do their listening through their computers. And, for any gamers out there that want to step-up to better quality sound. |
creative labs t3
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| Review Date: July 10, 2010 |
| Reviewer: parasite hilton sucks, |
| outstanding quailty,skip bose and logijunk,great product!!just listen to them,best to put subwolfer 6 inches off floor for best sound,base is deep and rich.for [...] bucks there a steal!!!!parasite hilton sucks,these dont!!! |
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